Welcome to My Corner of the Web!
Hello, and welcome! I'm Ross Bulat, a software engineer with a passion for building innovative blockchain solutions. Over the years, I've focused on turning complex protocols into practical tools and dashboards that help developers and users alike.
A Bit About Me
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Blockchain Engineer: My primary focus is on blockchain development—designing, implementing, and optimizing distributed systems that power next-generation applications.
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Top 1% Medium Writer (2020): I spent several years crafting articles on Medium, where I ranked among the top 1% of writers in 2020, sharing deep dives into web application development and developer tooling.
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Parity Alumni (2022-2024): I worked at Parity Technologies on the staking and nomination pool system, helping secure the network and streamline user staking experiences.
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MSc student in Artificial Intelligence: Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science with a focus on AI technologies. I hold a batchelor's degree in video game production.
My Recent Work & Creations
My recent work centers around the Polkadot ecosystem, where I've been building tools and libraries to enhance the developer experience. Some of my notable projects include:
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Polkadot Staking Dashboard: A web-based dashboard that provides real-time staking insights, historical metrics, and intuitive controls for nominating validators.
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W3ux Library: A lightweight UI toolkit designed to accelerate the development of blockchain-focused web apps with reusable components and hooks.
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Polkadot Live: I concepted and announced the first Polkadot desktop application offering real-time notifications and quick chain interactions, directly from your desktop menu.
What to Expect Here
I'll be sharing:
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Research & Development: Insights into my ongoing research projects, including AI applications in blockchain, decentralized identity, and cross-chain interoperability.
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Product Updates: Behind the scenes looks at my ongoing projects, feature roadmaps, and release notes.
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Thought Leadership: Opinions on protocol developments, governance proposals, and emerging trends in the decentralized web.
Let's Connect
I'm thrilled you're here. If you enjoy what you read, please reach out on X and GitHub. I'd love to hear your feedback and ideas.